Cook II, Marketplace

Washington and Lee University • Lexington, VA

2d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Washington and Lee University actively promotes a dynamic and welcoming environment that allows students and employees of multiple backgrounds and perspectives to learn, work, and thrive together. Successful candidates will contribute to that environment and exhibit potential for excellence in their areas of expertise. Essential Functions: Follows a multitude of diverse recipes to standards established by the Executive Chef requiring grilling, deep frying, sautéing, broiling, roasting, batch cooking, and display techniques. Maintains proper production and summary reports. Follows guidelines, policies and procedures as set forth by the Department including uniform dress code and hygiene. Follows “Serve Safe guidelines” in regards to food preparation and service, always performing job duties in a safe, sanitary and cautious manner remembering the safety of self and others. Ensures that products are prepared and rotated FIFO so as to reduce waste. Monitors food temperatures to insure quality and safety of products. Performs routine cleaning assignments, monitoring floors and countertops. Assists in other areas of the Department as needed and performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Progressively responsible cooking experience in professional Hospitality Industry with advanced culinary training preferred.
• High School degree or equivalent preferred.
• Must be proficient in understanding and following basic and complex recipes and have a sound understanding of advanced cooking methods and techniques, and cuisine styles.
• Fast paced cooking environment requires the ability to multi-task and meet production requirements in a timely manner.
• Must have strong communications skills and be able to collaborate effectively with co-workers, and exhibit leadership capabilities.
• Must communicate effectively with co-workers, management, students, faculty and staff.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written directions and provide responses in writing.
• Ability to use computers to read and respond to emails and to use basic applications is also required.
• Must be Serve Safe certified or be certified within six months of hire date.
• Must be able to pass an extensive background check.

Responsibilities

• Follows a multitude of diverse recipes to standards established by the Executive Chef requiring grilling, deep frying, sautéing, broiling, roasting, batch cooking, and display techniques.
• Maintains proper production and summary reports.
• Follows guidelines, policies and procedures as set forth by the Department including uniform dress code and hygiene.
• Follows “Serve Safe guidelines” in regards to food preparation and service, always performing job duties in a safe, sanitary and cautious manner remembering the safety of self and others.
• Ensures that products are prepared and rotated FIFO so as to reduce waste.
• Monitors food temperatures to insure quality and safety of products.
• Performs routine cleaning assignments, monitoring floors and countertops.
• Assists in other areas of the Department as needed and performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Generous and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families.
• Comprehensive benefits package aimed at supporting the work-life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and professional development of employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED